Overview
If you are excited about working in cyber security, the Certificate IV in Cyber Security is a great starting point for a career in this area. And with information technology one of the fastest growing industry sectors in Victoria, one of IT’s fastest areas of workforce growth is cyber security.
Career opportunities, include:
- cyber security technical support
- desktop support technician
- cyber security intrusion tester
- security support officer
- Pen tester
- networking security support officer
- systems tester
- computer forensics technician
- website security support officer.
Pathways to further study:
- 22445VIC Advanced Diploma of Cyber Security
- ICT50418 Diploma of Information Technology Networking
- a range of other IT related Diploma qualifications
- Bachelor of Information Systems
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Studying the Certificate IV in Cyber Security at Holmesglen
The qualification has been validated by leading IT companies and associations as a quality training program that provides graduates with practical skills and knowledge to work in a technical support role in a cyber security operations centre (CSOC).
Holmesglen’s Certificate IV in Cyber Security has been developed to provide you with practical skills in identifying and reporting system vulnerabilities, website and system threats, evaluating and reporting cyber security incidents and securing PC and mobile devices.
You'll also gain skills in penetration (Pen) testing, networking fundamentals, network security basics as well as firewall installation, configuration and management.
You'll learn about what's involved in working as part of an incident response team, web security, programming in Python and about the organisational policies and processes for cyber security.
Course structure
Timetable
Group 1
Monday: Open Lab session from 9am to 5pm (additional support/guidance session to students)
Tuesday: 9am to 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am to 5:30pm
Group 2
Monday: Open Lab session from 9am to 5pm (additional support/guidance session to students)
Thursday: 9am to 4:30pm
Friday: 9am to 5:30pm
Evening group
Monday: Open Lab session from 9am to 5pm (additional support/guidance session to students)
Tuesday: 5:30pm to 9:30pm
Thursday: 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Saturday: 9am to 4:30pm
Units
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| Unit code |
Name |
| VU21990 |
Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation |
| VU21993 |
Secure a networked personal computer |
| BSBWHS401 |
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements |
| ICTICT418 |
Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment |
| RIICOM301D |
Communicate information |
| VU21994 |
Perform basic cyber security data analysis |
| VU21988 |
Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security |
| ICTPRG405 |
Automate processes |
| ICTPRG407 |
Write script for software applications |
| VU21989 |
Test concepts and procedures for cyber security |
| VU21991 |
Implement network security infrastructure for an organisation |
| VU21992 |
Develop a cyber security industry project |
| BSBRES401 |
Analyse and present research information |
| VU21997 |
Expose website security vulnerabilities |
| VU21995 |
Manage the security infrastructure for the organisation |
| VU21996 |
Evaluate and test an incident response plan for an enterprise |
| Code | Name |
|---|
| VU21990 | Recognise the need for cyber security in an organisation |
| VU21993 | Secure a networked personal computer |
| BSBWHS401 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements |
| ICTICT418 | Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment |
| RIICOM301D | Communicate information |
| VU21994 | Perform basic cyber security data analysis |
| VU21988 | Utilise basic network concepts and protocols required in cyber security |
| ICTPRG405 | Automate processes |
| ICTPRG407 | Write script for software applications |
| VU21989 | Test concepts and procedures for cyber security |
| VU21991 | Implement network security infrastructure for an organisation |
| VU21992 | Develop a cyber security industry project |
| BSBRES401 | Analyse and present research information |
| VU21997 | Expose website security vulnerabilities |
| VU21995 | Manage the security infrastructure for the organisation |
| VU21996 | Evaluate and test an incident response plan for an enterprise |
Assessment
Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements
However, Holmesglen does require applicants to have the ability to:
• turn on a computer
• use a mouse and keyboard
• open and close a software application
• conduct a search in a web browser
• send and receive an email
• save a file, and locate a saved file
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview.
These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
Your digital and computer skills will be also be confirmed during the pre-training review and interview.
Recognition of prior learning
You may be able to shorten the length of your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.
Outcomes
Qualification and recognition
Upon completion of this program, you will receive the 22334VIC Certificate IV in Cyber Security qualification.
Connections with industry
Holmesglen’s cyber security program is strongly supported by our industry and Academy Partners:
Fortinet Network Security Academy; Cisco Networking Academy; Microsoft Academy; Amazon Web Services Academy (AWS); LifeJourney and the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD).
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Recruitment
Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.
Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.
Fees
| Tuition fees (GST exempt) |
Cost |
| Full Fee | $9,504.00 |
| Government subsidised | $3,696.00 |
| Concession | $739.20 |
| Free TAFE eligible student | FREE |
Additional costs may apply to students who may require a Working With Children Check, National Police Check, consumables such as learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing and immunisation costs as relevant to the course requirements.
All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Find out more about paying for your course.